(To Quoc) - October and November are the most ideal times of the year to experience "cloud hunting" in Sa Pa. In particular, Fansipan peak - "the roof of Indochina" with an altitude of 3,143m - is a destination not to be missed for those who are passionate about exploring and enjoying the beauty of thousands of clouds.
Cloud hunting at the "roof of Indochina"
On the cable car to conquer Fansipan peak, visitors will experience the feeling of gliding on each layer of white clouds. From the cable car cabin, each shade of weather and scenery of Sa Pa appears one by one: from the honey-yellow sunshine of the Northwest autumn, the cool, clear streams, to Muong Hoa valley with green terraced fields stretching to the horizon.
Setting foot on the top of Fansipan, visitors can admire the vast sky, in the distance the majestic Hoang Lien mountain range, as if lost in another world, separate from the noise and bustle of everyday life.
Fansipan Peak - "the roof of Indochina"
At any time of the day, Fansipan is always beautiful in its own way. There are times when the sea of white clouds rolls, covering the entire mountain top area. When the cloud stream flows gently, revealing the solemn and peaceful spiritual architectural works of ancient Vietnamese pagodas.
With its majestic natural scenery and cool climate all year round, Fansipan is not only a favorite destination for domestic tourists but also attracts many international tourists. At the top of Fansipan, the joy and excitement are clearly visible on the faces of tourists when taking check-in photos with the sea of clouds, the flagpole and the landmark "roof of Indochina".
Discover the majestic spiritual complex on top of Fansipan
On the top of Fansipan, visitors can also experience the spiritual cultural and architectural complex with the typical architecture of Vietnamese pagodas of the 15th and 16th centuries.
Designed by Professor and Architect Hoang Dao Kinh, and invested in by Sun Group, the complex includes 12 spiritual architectural works, typically Bao An Thien Tu, Bich Van Thien Tu, Cao Dai Watchtower, La Han Street, Kim Son Bao Thang Tu, Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara statue, Son Than Temple... and especially the 21.5 meter high Amitabha Buddha statue, where the sacred Buddha's relics reside.
Most of the construction items are designed with limited size, to suit the natural landscape. Among them, Kim Son Bao Thang Tu is the largest construction with 5 compartments, under 10m high. The terrace is only under 30m wide. The paths leading from one construction to another are divided into short sections, with landings, clinging to the terrain.
The majestic spiritual complex on top of Fansipan
The main architectural style of the works is exploited from the earliest wooden pagoda architectural relics such as Boi Khe Pagoda (Thanh Oai, Hanoi), Thai Lac Pagoda (Van Lam, Hung Yen), Thay Pagoda (Quoc Oai, Hanoi) ... The decorative details of the works are also mainly referenced from these relics. In particular, the decorative details on the roofs of the works are all modeled after the relics of Thang Long citadel, or restored with terracotta and glazed.
The construction was a feat of engineering, using 100,000 tons of Ninh Binh green stone, more than 2,000 cubic meters of quatrefoil wood, tens of thousands of restored tiles and bricks... All materials were transported by hand to the summit area and the construction was carried out in extremely harsh conditions: the wind was so strong that it was difficult to stand on the summit, the height was precarious and in winter, the temperature often dropped below 0 degrees Celsius, with ice and snow. Many people consider the construction of a majestic spiritual complex on the top of Fansipan a "miracle" of the Vietnamese people.
Immerse yourself in the colors of local culture
In addition, at the foot of Fansipan Mountain, visitors can also visit the peacock flower hill (Chieu Quan flower) in full bloom. Dozens of hectares of purple, pink, and white flowers compete to show off their colors, swaying in the warm sunshine, creating an extremely romantic scene.
Tourists can also visit Ban May – a small village of seven ethnic minorities: H'Mong, Xa Pho, Tay, Giay, Dao Do, Thai, and Ha Nhi Den. The journey to explore Sa Pa will be more interesting when the friendly locals introduce their unique beliefs, cuisine, and culture. Surely, the reenactment of the Dao Do wedding ceremony or the experience of ethnic people dancing to the music of the flower flute will leave unforgettable memories for tourists this cloud season.
In the chilly weather, Sa Pa cuisine is also a highlight that cannot be missed. From chestnut cake, salmon hotpot, fragrant grilled local meat to fried stream fish, or special dishes such as horse meat, apple wine... there are many delicious and irresistible choices for visitors to "recharge" after a day of exploring. /.
Source: https://toquoc.vn/kham-pha-mua-may-dep-nhat-nam-tren-noc-nha-dong-duong-20241115110556051.htm
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